360 degree feedback

360 degree feedback is a human resources term for employee development feedback that comes from all around the employee. The feedback would come from subordinates, peers and superordinates in the organizational hierarchy, as well as a self-assessment. ("360" refers to the 360 degrees in a circle.)

Also known as multi-rater feedback.

Compare to upward feedback where managers are given feedback by their direct reports.

External Resources

• http://www.bus.ucf.edu/uhl-bien/man4240/Fall%202003/Chap8.doc
• http://www.right.com/global/includes/pdfs/Using%20360-Degree%20Feedback.pdf